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Which characteristic of crude petroleum is a consequence of sulfur?(a) Acidity(b) Sourness(c) Alkalinity(d) Foul odorThis question was posed to me in an interview for internship.This interesting question is from P-Block Elements in chapter P-Block Elements of Chemistry – Class 12

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The CORRECT answer is (b) Sourness

The explanation: Sourness of crude petroleum is a main CHARACTERISTIC CAUSED by the presence of sulfur. Usually, crude petroleum is termed to be sweet if CONCENTRATION of sulfur is less than 0.5%. If it is more, then it is termed as SOUR crude.



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